Conduits are used in order to make the installation of electrical cables easier. But in order to reap the added advantage of protection for wires and cables, it is imperative to know which conduit to use for a specific application. In some cases, the manufacturer issues recommendations for installation. For any of the following applications/situations […]
Different equipment and electronic appliances rely on different cables for their optimal operation. These cables are found both inside and outside the equipment or appliance. In order for a cable to continue functioning even under the most stressful circumstances,a strain relief is usually placed around it. A strain relief, also called a bend relief, is […]
Conduits are tubings used to enclose and protect electrical wires that supply power to a home or a building. Conduits may either be flexible or rigid and are made out of various materials. Many homeowners who prefer to go the DIY route with the installation of wires in their home prefer using a flexible conduit […]
What is a grommet? It depends on where you are when you ask. If you’re at the beach, people would likely tell you it’s a young surfer, while if you were at the hardware store, the clerk would tell you that it’s a ring or edge strip that lines a hole. A grommet in the […]
The holiday season is nigh and most households will be bringing out a bunch of flashy décor to get into the festive spirit. All sorts of ornaments (garlands, trees, luminaries, wreaths, etc.) will be installed throughout the property, and of course, twinkly lights and other types of lighting will also be used. And speaking of […]
Building homes and corporate or commercial establishments will always call for the use of wires and other components to help deliver electricity, telecommunications capabilities, and other utilities to the space. Most of these wiring’s will be kept out of eyesight or reach so that they will not interrupt the flow of movement through the spaces, […]
Conventional rivets are typically used to secure wooden or metal materials together, although they are also used in a variety of applications ranging from clothes and bags to plastics and even sculpture and other types of artworks. Metal rivets look like two-headed nails. Rivets are often used as an alternative to welding, especially when fastening […]
A rubber bushing, sometimes simply called a bushing, is a kind of vibration isolator. Its main purpose is to serve as an interface between two parts, acting as a buffer and absorbing some of the energy produced by the interaction of two parts. It separates two parts while allowing a limited amount of movement, thus […]
Nylon is a synthetic material that was first developed and introduced in the market as a type of fabric in the thirties. And although nylon is still heavily used in the fashion industry, it is also used in a variety of other industries, including the automotive industry and the manufacturing of carpets. Nylon is also […]
What are plastic fasteners, what are the common uses for them? These items are found everywhere, accomplishing a variety of functions. They include such normal everyday items such as cable ties, screws, washers, etc. The nylon cable tie, for one, is one of the most widely used fasteners. They usually serve as locking ties for […]